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RDM to get additional $10M for expansion
Redmond Airport will receive a $10M grant for expansion in addition to the existing $170M allocation. Learn more about the RDM expansion here.
SEE THE CENTRAL OREGON DAILY NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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$5 million in infrastructure improvements to Bend/Redmond airports
Federal funding to the tune of $5 million will improve Bend/Redmond airports. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL CENTRAL OREGON DAILY ARTICLE HERE
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Heatwave spurring fires in Oregon
In Oregon, tens of thousands of acres have already burned during this most recent heatwave. Learn more stats here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL OPB ARTICLE HERE
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First female director named at ODFW
Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) has appointed a new director and she’s the first woman to take the seat. Find out more here!
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EPA announces over $28 million for water line replacements
The EPA has announced Oregon will get over $28 million to replace lead service lines for cleaner water. Learn more here.
SEE THE KATU NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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DEQ report shows air quality over the years
A new DEQ study shows Central Oregon had 42 days of “unhealthy” air quality in 2023. Find out more here.
SEE THE KATU NEWS ARTICLE HERE
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Washington state is fighting to stop big bottled water
Washington is taking steps to prohibit big bottled water from extracting, bottling, and selling spring water. Hood River County paved the way. Learn more here.
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$6 million in grants will go to fire agencies across the state
The fire marshal has awarded $6 million in grants for staffing during the 2024 fire season. Learn more here.
SEE THE ORIGINAL KATU ARTICLE HERE
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$1.3 billion Powerball winner from Portland
Portland Powerball winner takes home 4th largest purse in history at $1.326 billion. Find out more here.
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Central Oregon counties still the fastest-growing in the state
Between 2020 and 2023, Deschutes County saw 5.2% growth. Learn more here.